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Governor Greg Abbott appointed Clint Gunnels and reappointed Marsha Moberley to the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles for terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.

In anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is launching its "Kick it in CoMo" campaign to welcome international and domestic visitors and foster community engagement. With Kans

KC Water has cancelled the precautionary boil water advisory for the area of 39th street and Myrtle Ave on Thursday Morning, January 15th, 2025. KC Water staff sampled and tested the tap water in this area to ensure water quality and safety. Water tests..

At about 7:07 p.m. on Jan. 14, Columbia Police attempted a traffic stop near the intersection of Range Line Street and Interstate 70 on a 2019 Toyota Yaris. Officers attempted the stop for felony driving without a license, a sto

Above from left: City and Port of Long Beach officials and representatives from Legends Global commemorate the groundbreaking of the Long Beach Amphitheater on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026; proposed rendering of the Long Beach Amphitheater, which will serve..

Phoenix, AZ – Today, the Republican majority passed a reckless tax break for the wealthiest Arizonans through committee. They did so with no negotiations and no communication with the Governor's Office. Governor Hobbs responded to Republicans who...
The City of Colorado Springs plans to start the next phase of the South Academy Boulevard Improvements Project on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. This project rebuilds the road from East Fountain Boulevard to Jet Wing Drive, fixes drainage problems, and upgrades..
The U.S. Highway 24 and Peterson Road Interchange Project will close the southbound right lane only on Peterson Road, south of Highway 24, later this week. The closure is expected to last several weeks, weather dependent. The other southbound lanes will..
Lisa Gardner, City Council Communications Director, WHAT: A meeting of the Urban Experience Committee and a Special Legislative Session will be held in the Council Chambers on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The Legislative Session will include public...
Mesa has been awarded a $3.1 million federal grant to support safety upgrades at 8 high-risk intersections

Long Beach, CA – In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, the City of Long Beach facilities and services listed below will adhere to the following schedules. Open on Monday, Jan. 19: All City parks and trails...

At about 9:17 a.m. on Jan. 14, Columbia Police responded to a shots fired call at the 3300 block of Parker Street.

The investigation revealed that Travis Peterson, 44, of Columbia, was involved in a domestic disturbance a

The evacuation advisory has been lifted for all slide paths, including the Behrends pathway. Risk from avalanche hazard remains elevated and future evacuation advisories are possible. CBJ is actively monitoring and assessing avalanche risk for all other..

The City of St. Louis Department of Human Services and its partners are activating additional emergency shelters Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m. As temperatures are expected to hit 20°F overnight, the City of St. Louis Code Blue is moving to activation...
CHICAGO — In response to the decision by President Trump to cut $2B in funding from mental health and addiction services, Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) Commissioner Dr. Ige issued the following statements: "My...
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Phoenix, AZ – This week, Governor Katie Hobbs delivered her State of the State address, outlining her plans to make Arizona more affordable for working families. In her speech, Governor Hobbs highlighted new measures to cut taxes for middle class...
Construction is underway on the upscale Cambria Hotel in southeast Mesa. The 4-story, 107-room hotel will feature a rooftop restaurant and bar and is scheduled to open in 2027
Martinez has delivered innovative, community-driven solutions across housing, youth development, fiscal accountability, public safety, and critical infrastructure, and says the work is far from over.